“The oil got very expensive, but we had the basement and attic insulated in our house, so that helped.”

Dan Robinson, Fredericton, N.B.

“I tried to apply for heating assistance, but I wasn’t able to get it.”

Michael Brassbridge, Frankfort

“It hasn’t affected me too much because we use wood.”

Mary Williams, Smyrna Mills

“I have a lot of family members who can’t fill their tanks up because a lot of oil companies won’t let you buy less than $100. They can’t afford it.”

Marissa Mitchell, Old Town

“It hasn’t affected us too badly, because we have a contract for oil and it’s been a mild winter.”

George Elliott, Bangor

“My rent went up $40, and my landlord and I try not to turn the heat up too much.”

Yvette Fairbrother, Old Town

“We try to keep it around 68 degrees, not more.”

Matt Vachon, Brewer